23/03/2025
11th and 12th April 2025
5th and 6th June 2025
2 Day Connected Riding Workshop, up for Beginners and those that have done a small amount of Connected Riding. Run by Hayley Howells Connected Riding Instructor.
Using easy to learn techniques that will allow both horse and rider to achieve freedom of movement in Self carriage. Connected Riding is based on reciprocal connection rather than force, you will learn to use your own body to enhance the performance of your horse. Ride pain and resistant free and have more fun doing it.
1. Rider awareness- riders practice exercise is to release holding patterns in their body and find a neutral pelvis. When the rider is in neutral it frees them self to move more effectively.
2. Ground work- bringing awareness of holding patterns to your horse. You will learn how to help your horse release tension and find a good weight baring posture through a combination of stationary and moving bodywork exercises.
3. Working in the saddle for the dance. Putting it all together for fluidity and movement together with your horse..